We love upgrading our homes to make them nicer, cosier, and easier to heat. But one issue is often overlooked, which can backfire and spoil the works: Research shows that upgrading a home through new glazing, insulation and draft-proofing triples... View Article

Breathing Buildings, the pioneer of hybrid ventilation systems, has announced the return of Huw Poppy in his new role as Operations Director. Huw, who originally joined Breathing Buildings in 2011 and previously held the position of Sales Director, brings 20... View Article

At the heart of Leeds’ Civic Quarter, Millennium Square is a vibrant public space, framed by iconic buildings such as the Civic Hall, Leeds City Museum, and the Electric Press. With high footfall and large-scale events like Leeds Light Night... View Article

AkzoNobel has unveiled the vibrant transformation delivered through its Dulux Let’s Colour initiative in partnership with Viva Slough and Slough Borough Council that will see a number of Slough’s underused community centres revitalised through the power of paint and colour.... View Article

A disused church hall on the Helmingham Hall Estate in Suffolk has been transformed into a holiday retreat with the help of Dulux Heritage. With its rich history and unique setting, the former church hall offered the perfect canvas for... View Article

Altro has published its latest sustainability report, providing a comprehensive overview of the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practices, with an increased focus on transparency and accountability.  ‘Building better futures’ contains detailed information on Altro’s environmental impact and efforts to... View Article

Stovax & Gazco are leading innovators in premium stoves and fires, combining exceptional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. With over four decades of expertise, they offer an extensive range of woodburning, multi-fuel, gas, and electric solutions designed to elevate any living... View Article

Registration for Futurebuild 2026 is now open! Taking place on 3-5 March 2026 at Excel, London, the 21st edition of the UK’s most impactful built environment event brings together thousands of specifiers, decision-makers and innovators. Built around this year’s theme... View Article

Cedral presents new report on trends and housing. With the growing urgency to achieve sustainability targets, the need to adapt to climate change and advances in technology, building design in the residential sector is changing. What shifts are we seeing... View Article

Turning an agricultural building into a calm, modern home is a balancing act: keep the character, upgrade the comfort, and avoid overcomplicating the details. South Barn is a great example. Architect Je Ahn (Studio Weave) took a “light-touch” approach to... View Article

The University of Southampton, a multi-campus estate with a leading research institution, has recently enhanced its fire safety provision for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals through a pioneering paging system installation.  Advanced’s MxPro 5 fire panels, integrated with the ESPA Pager... View Article

Marking 150 years of evolution, innovation and craftsmanship, Nicholls & Clarke introduce the 1875 Tile Collections – a curated celebration of past, present and future design. 2025 marks an extraordinary milestone for Nicholls and Clarke – a 150-year journey through decades of... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is delighted to announce the launch of its latest CIBSE-approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course: ‘Overheating in Residential Properties: Part O – How ventilation can be part of the solution to remove excess heat’. This... View Article

Discover the LAMILUX RIBA-certified CPD, Brighter Better Places with Rooflights, and secure your 2026 session before availability fills. Creating bright, uplifting, and high-performing spaces begins with intelligent daylighting. The LAMILUX RIBA-approved CPD, Brighter Better Places with Rooflights, helps architects and specifiers deepen their... View Article